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The Battle of Lesnaya, 1720s. Artist: Larmessin, Nicolas de (1684-1755)
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The Battle of Lesnaya, 1720s. Artist: Larmessin, Nicolas de (1684-1755)
The Battle of Lesnaya, 1720s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg
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Action Artillery Cavalry Charles Xii Of Sweden Cossacks Fight Great Northern War Infantry Larmessin Peter Alexeyevich Peter I Peter I Alexeyevich Russian Army Russian Swedish War Russian Victory Schwedish Army Tsar Peter I War Atrocities War Dead War Victum Artillery Fire Copper Engraving
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This print captures the intensity and chaos of "The Battle of Lesnaya" during the 1720s. Created by the talented artist Nicolas de Larmessin, this piece showcases his mastery in graphic arts. The scene depicts a fierce clash between France and Sweden, as their warriors engage in a brutal fight on horseback. The baroque style adds an air of grandeur to the composition, emphasizing the scale and significance of this historical event. The Russian soldiers, led by Tsar Peter I Alexeyevich, fiercely defend their land against Charles XII's Swedish army. Intricate details bring life to every element within the artwork - from cavalry charging forward with determination to artillery fire illuminating the battlefield. Amidst all this action, one can spot infantrymen bravely fighting alongside Cossacks. While showcasing moments of triumph for Russia, it also serves as a reminder of war atrocities and victims left behind. This battle marked a significant turning point in the Great Northern War as it resulted in a resounding victory for Peter I's forces. Preserved within the esteemed State Hermitage collection in St. Petersburg, this copper engraving turned watercolor print stands as both fine art and historical documentation. It allows us to delve into history and witness firsthand one of Russia's most decisive victories under Tsar Peter I's leadership against Charles XII's Swedish army at Lesnaya.
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